Why It Happens
When there are a lot of people moving together, it's hard for your brain to track individual movements. You might feel like you're floating or drifting, instead of walking clearly. Your brain gets overwhelmed and can't tell what direction you’re going, just like how it’s easier to lose your way in a maze with no walls.
Examples
- You're at a concert and suddenly can't tell which way is forward.
- You walk into a busy subway station and end up in a different part of the city than you intended.
- You try to get out of a crowd, but it feels like everyone around you is just moving randomly.
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